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Canada's Last Belugas Find New Homes
11 Sep
Summary
- Six beluga whales were relocated from a closed Canadian marine park.
- The whales were moved to aquariums in Chicago and San Antonio.
- This marks the end of whale and dolphin captivity in Canada.
The last six beluga whales from Canada's former Marineland facility have been relocated to new homes. This extensive operation, considered the largest of its kind, moved the whales to facilities in the United States. Two whales, Yukon and Gimli, now reside at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago. Four others, Tank, Odin, Orion, and Tofino, have been transported to SeaWorld in San Antonio.
This significant move follows the closure of Marineland, which left behind numerous animals. The relocation process involved specialized transport, including lifting the whales into water-filled tanks before flying them to their destinations. Veterinarians closely monitored the animals throughout the stressful journey. This event also represents a monumental shift, marking the conclusion of whale and dolphin captivity in Canada.
